Seoul, South Korea – On March 25, X user @ji0n0518 uploaded a gripping video showing wildfires burning behind a football field in South Korea.

The footage highlights flames looming close to the field, underscoring the wildfire threat in the region.

The user commented that they had evacuated to the school gym, showing the immediate danger posed by the fires.

South Korea is battling its worst wildfires on record, with officials noting ultra-dry conditions and strong winds fueling the disaster.

The fires have killed at least 27 people and charred over 36,000 hectares, making it the largest forest fire in the country’s history.

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